And then microing the darkshards and cav skirmishers. Shadowblade is a prominent character from the tabletop version of Warhammer. Make no mistake though, there’s a story in Total War: Warhammer 2, and for the Dark Elves, it’s one of revenge and power. The Bolt Throwers are useful for forcing the enemy to advance on you, as well as weakening big targets before they reach the frontline. Felicion, however, never appeared before Total War: Warhammer II. Then a monster or two, between the dragon/hydra/kharybthingy. Depends on what you're fighting, but usually a few Black Guard of Naggarond and Har Ganeth Executioners give you an amazing core of extremely strong anti-infantry and anti-large. Warhammer II Dark Elf Campaign Strategy The Dark Elves occupy the frozen north at the campaign's start, with the Skaven being your primary problem throughout the early campaign. There they learned the arts of civilisation and the skills of magic from the enigmatic Old Ones. Cold one knights play heavy cav as needed.